Highly Specialist Neurological Occupational Therapist

4 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, forward-thinking Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist (Band 7) to work at the Homerton Transitional Neurological Rehab Unit (HTNRU) for a 12 month fixed term is a 7 bedded neurological rehabilitation unit in Hackney which supports people with neurological conditions to return to the community. The unit specialises in a transitional rehabilitation model, which bridges inpatient and community work. HTNRU is dedicated to being client-centered with a focus on positive risk taking and on supporting self-management. There is a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary working with other members of the MDT, including the physiotherapist, speech and language therapist, psychologist, nurse, and rehabilitation assistants, to ensure a whole team approach to rehabilitation.Applicants should have previous experience in the field of neurosciences and community rehabilitation experience is preferable. They must have excellent communication, time management and interpersonal skills. They need to have a positive approach to rehabilitation and be an effective team job opportunity would be ideal for someone who is passionate about rehabilitation and about working in a small team focused on supporting a patient's return to the community.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for carrying out assessment and treatment for patients with newly acquired and long term neurological conditions. As the emphasis is on a 24-hour approach to rehab, the post holder will also expected to delegate and oversee rehab programmes carried out by the rehab assistants. Therapy sessions are carried out on the unit, the community, and in the home in a combination of individual and group sessions. The team works closely with community services that are vital for supporting the patient once home. In addition to the clinical responsibilities, the post holder will have the opportunity to supervise, to participate in CPD opportunities, and to join quality improvement projects.

About us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.

The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

Degree/diploma in Occupational Therapy recognised by COT HPC registered Further post-graduate courses in related area

Desirable

Further study in related area.

Skills and abilities

Essential

Ability to demonstrate Trust Values Ability to assess and implement appropriate treatment for a range of neurological conditions including cognitive, perceptual and behavioural difficulties. Evidence of clinical skill in neurology. Able to manage caseload and to prioritise under pressure for self and team. Effective discharge planning skills. Demonstrate effective communication skills with all disciplines and service users to optimise management. Clear, concise verbal and written reporting skills. Able to work within a MDT Teaching skills with a range of groups Able to supervise and appraise staff and identify development/training needs Team leadership potential. Awareness of own competency level and how to seek appropriate help. Able to supervise and develop Occupational Therapy students.

Experience

Essential

Experience of working with clients with cognitive A ? Experience of working in a variety of settings including community. ? Experience of working with adults with acquired brain damage. A/I impairment and difficulties Experience of working in a inter--disciplinary team using joint goal setting Evidence of staff supervision and appraisal experience

Desirable

Experience of working in a variety of settings including community. Experience of working with adults with acquired brain injuries

Knowledge

Essential

Current Occupational Therapy practice in the delivery of services to neurologically impaired service users and their carers. Models of Occupational Therapy practice and their application in this field. Health needs in a multicultural community Understanding of confidentiality issues Outcome measures and other quality issues audit. Risk management and clinical governance issues.

Other

Essential

Commitment to Equal Ops Able to respond to pressure appropriately. Travel to service user's homes as required.

Desirable

An understanding of the social model of disability

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